Cam York will remain on the Flyers' blue line after signing a five-year deal, and under Rick Tocchet, the defenseman believes the team is in for better soon.

A new head coach might mean a new start for Flyers defenseman Cam York. Oh, and don’t forget that big five-year, $25.75-million contract he just signed the other day. That could help explain why York was smiling so much during a Zoom media call on Tuesday afternoon.

Cam York and the Philadelphia Flyers have agreed to terms on a five-year contract worth $25.75 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement has not been announced.